| 2nd U.S. National Bonsai Exhibition JUNE 12-13, 2010 - Rochester, NY The 1st U.S. National Bonsai Exhibition in October 2008 received excellent reviews from around the world. Now, Americans are submitting photos of their best bonsai for the selection process, to display in this exhibition. Sponsors and supporters from around the world are helping to stage the enlarged event. The venue will be the Monroe Community Hospital on a 22-acre park-like campus bordering the historic Erie Canal in Rochester. The auditorium also hosts the Upstate New York Bonsai Exhibitions because of its location, size, high ceilings, easy access and friendly staff -- and ample free parking for the National Exhibition. DAILY ADMISSION $15, or Weekend Pass for $20 before June 1st. Awards Banquet by advance reservation only, $30. Cash awards will be presented for: Finest Bonsai Masterpiece, Finest Evergreen Bonsai, Finest Deciduous Bonsai, Finest Classical Bonsai, Finest Bonsai & Container Combination, Finest Creative Western Formal Display, Finest Shohin Bonsai Display, and Finest North American Native Species Bonsai. IF YOU HAVE A BONSAI you would like considered for the exhibition and inclusion in the Commemorative Exhibition Album, send a current photo by mail or email for the selection process to Wm. N. Valavanis by APRIL 15, 2010. The entry free of $50 per bonsai or shohin bonsai composition will be due when your bonsai is accepted for display. Limited assistance is available for safely transporting your bonsai to and from distant areas. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & UPDATES at www.internationalbonsai.com, or for questions contact Bill Valavanis, WNV@internationalbonsai.com Nearby Tourist Attractions include Niagara Falls, Finger Lakes Wine Region, Breathtaking State Parks, and the International Bonsai Arboretum. BACK TO HOME PAGE |
